Best Bonanza Design Podcasts (2025)

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EP. 102 - Shorts: Every AI-Made Page Looks the Same. Here's Why. 8:05

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Send us a text Behrad shares a raw, honest experience building a landing page using AI platforms like Lovable, Replit, and Cursor. After endless failed attempts with “one-shot” tools, Cursor finally delivered. This episode dives into the reality behind modern no-code platforms and why customization still matters. Interested in joining the podcast? …

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EP. 101 – How AI is Rewriting Sound Design w/ Tomi Oladunjoye 38:16

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Send us a text Tomi shares how his obsession with sound led him from building cars to composing award-worthy symphonies—and developing ZenyAI, an AI platform that turns game scenes into dynamic soundscapes. Listen to Tomi's work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIhcUYPSTfc You can find Tomi here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomi-oladunjoye-703a6920…

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EP. 100 - Shorts: Rethinking E-Commerce with Liquid Glass and Figma Make 8:41

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Send us a text Apple's new "Liquid Glass" design language is polarizing, but its interactive potential is undeniable. In this episode, I break down my hands-on experience designing with it—plus a look at Figma's new Make tool for front-end builds. Could this combo reshape the UX landscape? Interested in joining the podcast? DM Behrad on LinkedIn: h…

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EP. 99 – The Ins and Outs of Vibe Coding with Tia 1:11:41

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Send us a text Designer-turned-coder Tia joins the weekly “UX for AI” jam session to show how far you can push live, AI-assisted “vibe-coding.” From importing Figma shots into Cursor to auto-documenting an entire React/Superbase stack with CodeGuide, we watch the wins, the wipe-outs, and the fixes in real time. Stick around for tool-stack hacks, ha…

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EP. 98 - How to Navigate Massive Tech Shifts like AI w/ Dónal O Mahony 43:46

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Send us a text A candid conversation with Dónal O Mahony about riding the waves of tech disruption — from the dot-com bust to the AI boom. We explore lessons in resilience, people over process, and designing with intent in an AI-powered world. Packed with hard-won insights for anyone navigating their career through rapid change. You can find Dónal …

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EP. 97 - 2,000 Users. Zero Engineers. Just Vibe Coding. w/ Yuno Myung 1:01:08

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Send us a text Yuno Myung shares how he built a real, working mobile app with AI—from prompt engineering to full-stack development. He dives into tools, failures, breakthroughs, and what it’s really like building with Claude and ChatGPT. No hype, just a raw look into AI-assisted product creation. You can find Yuno here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/…

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EP. 96 - Vibe Coding and Marketing Workshop w/ Behrad Mirafshar 59:58

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Send us a text This session dives deep into using generative AI tools for video, design, and app development—without code. Learn how mastering prompts can unlock professional-grade outputs, from animated marketing videos to functional web apps. It’s a hands-on walkthrough of creativity and productivity in the AI era. Interested in joining the podca…

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EP. 95 - Cowboys, Data, and the AI Gold Rush w/ Franceso Tisiot 49:51

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Send us a text Enterprises are racing to integrate AI — but most aren't ready for the risks. Francesco Tisiot, Field CTO at Aiven, breaks down why real-time data, strong infrastructure, and clear governance are no longer optional. If your AI agent makes decisions in milliseconds, your data better be bulletproof. You can find Francesco here: https:/…

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EP. 94 - The Startup Turning Waste Into a High-Tech Powerhouse w/ Umutcan Duman 47:31

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Send us a text Umutcan Duman, CEO of Evreka, joins us to share how a group of engineers turned waste collection into a global smart tech platform. From IoT sensors to AI-powered insights, they’ve been solving real problems long before the buzzwords. This is the story of building Evreka — one bin at a time. You can find Umutcan here: https://nl.link…

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EP. 93 - Why Intentional Creators Will Win in the New Era of Building w/ Robin Jose 33:39

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Send us a text Ready to build smarter, not louder? Robin Jose breaks down how AI tools are leveling the playing field—and why true creators win by building with intention, not just chasing clout. Interested in joining the podcast? DM Behrad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/behradmirafshar/ This podcast is made by Bonanza Studios, Germany’s …

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Shorts: This AI Talks Like a Human. So I Brought It on the Podcast. 14:58

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Send us a text I interviewed a voice-first AI about UX, ethics, and the future of human-AI interaction. AI meets UX in this exclusive interview with Sesame. We explore natural interfaces, ethical design, and the future of human-computer interaction. A first-of-its-kind episode for designers, devs, and tech futurists. You can try Sesame here: https:…

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EP. 91 - AI-Led Automation Will Define Tomorrow’s Companies w/ Lennard Kooy 38:23

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Lennard Kooy, founder of Lleverage, to explore how AI-driven automation is evolving beyond technical barriers. From his days leading marketing tech at ITG to building a next-gen automation platform that starts with just a prompt, Lennard shares his vision for a frictionless future where AI meets real…

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Shorts: App Launcher Boilerplate: Workflow That Changed Everything 8:58

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Send us a text What if vibe coding actually felt good? In this episode, we break down the vibe coding workflow: a mindset that centers creative energy and flow over complexity and rigid setups. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like your tools are in control, this one’s for you. Interested in joining the podcast? DM Behrad on LinkedIn: htt…

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EP. 90 - Run Your Operation With 100% Autonomous AI Agents w/ John Rush 56:31

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Send us a text In this insightful episode, Behrad engages with entrepreneur John Rush, a visionary who's revolutionizing the SEO and UX landscape. The conversation centers on Rush's innovative approach to making sophisticated SEO tools accessible to small businesses at a fraction of traditional agency costs. Rush shares his journey of creating SEO …

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EP. 89 - Redefining UX in the AI Era: From Design to Full-Stack Development with AI Tools 1:02:56

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Send us a text In this groundbreaking episode of UX for AI, Adam, a veteran UX designer and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience, shares his journey of leveraging AI to transition from traditional design workflows to building a full-scale LinkedIn competitor—entirely on his own. The discussion dives deep into the seismic shifts happening i…

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EP. 88 - AI Web Development Showdown: When to Use Bolt vs. Lovable vs. Custom Coding for Fast Builds 16:03

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Send us a text In this insightful episode, a seasoned developer shares their hands-on experience comparing various AI-powered web development tools to determine which solutions work best for different project requirements. After spending a month "in the trenches" testing these platforms, they provide a practical breakdown of the strengths and limit…

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EP. 87 - Creativity in the Age of AI: Language, Technology, and Innovation w/ Bob Van Luijt 52:55

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of UX for AI, host Behrad engages with Bob Van Luijt in a philosophical exploration of creativity, language, and technology in the AI era. Bob, the founder of Weaviate (a vector database company), shares insights that blend his unique background in both music and technology. The conversation begins w…

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Shorts: Exploring the Lovable App Ecosystem 13:48

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Send us a text In this engaging episode of "UX for AI," listeners are taken on an exploratory journey through the diverse ecosystem of applications built using the Lovable platform. The host begins by sharing their personal experience with Lovable, expressing enthusiasm about their initial interactions while acknowledging they haven't yet fully com…

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EP 86. Meet the 21-year-old Entrepreneur Revolutionizing Recruitment with AI w/ Sebastian Hjärne 34:45

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Send us a text In this enlightening conversation, we welcome 22-year-old serial entrepreneur Sebastian Hjärne, founder and CEO of Talentium, who shares his remarkable journey from school dropout to innovative tech founder. Sebastian opens up about his unconventional path, revealing how his boundless energy and constant stream of ideas made traditio…

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EP. 85 - Design Systems in the Age of AI with Felix Lebedinzew 47:57

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of UX for AI, we dive deep into the transforming landscape of design with Felix Lebedinzew, a seasoned product designer with extensive experience in fintech and insurtech. Felix brings valuable insights from his work at leading companies like Revolut and GetSafe, offering a unique perspective on how …

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EP 84. Redefining UX Design: A Deep Dive into Canvas and Workflows in AI-Powered App Design with Jesper Bylund, Ex-Head of Design at n8n 1:05:54

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Send us a text In this episode of UX For AI, host Behrad Mirafshar sits down with Jesper Bylund, a freelance designer and former Head of User Experience at n8n, to dive deep into the fascinating world of UX design, artificial intelligence, and the no-code revolution. Jesper brings a wealth of experience from his time at n8n, a leading automation pl…

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EP. 83 - Driving the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing EV Charging and Renewable Energy w/ Arun Anand 47:42

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Send us a text This podcast transcript features a conversation between the host and Arun, the founder and CEO of Electric Miles, a company specializing in AI-driven smart charging and energy flexibility solutions for electric vehicles (EVs). The discussion explores the intersection of AI and energy, focusing on how technology can optimize EV chargi…

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EP. 82 - How AI is Reshaping Creativity and Productivity in UX w/ Aswin Ranganathan 51:46

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of UX For AI, Behrad and Aswin Ranganathan dive into the exciting and rapidly evolving intersection of AI and design. The conversation explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the creative process, redefining the role of designers, and unlocking new possibilities for productivity and innovat…

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EP. 81 - No Code: How AI Lets Non-Tech Founders Build MVPs Faster w/ Carl Meran 27:09

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Send us a text In this episode of UX For AI, we sit down with Carl Meran, a founder and technologist at the forefront of AI-driven product development. As AI continues to reshape the landscape of design, engineering, and entrepreneurship, Carl shares his firsthand experiences leveraging AI to accelerate product-building, automate workflows, and low…

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EP. 80 - UX For AI - Why Is It So Relevant Today? 16:30

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Send us a text In this inaugural episode of UX For AI (formerly Bonanza Growth), we dive into the decision behind the podcast's rebranding and the exciting new focus for the show. Join Behrad as they discuss how the rapid advancements in AI technology inspired this shift and what it means for the future of UX design. Discover the role of UX in shap…

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EP. 79 - 2024 Retrospective w/ Omid Sajedi 42:05

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Send us a text In this episode of the Bonanza Podcast, Hassan, Behrad, and Omid explore the lessons learned from a transformative 2024 and share their bold outlook for 2025. They discuss how market uncertainties shaped their strategies, the importance of staying agile, and the value of rethinking traditional client engagement models with an emphasi…

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EP. 78 In the Trenches: What Works (and What Doesn’t) When Partnering with High-Growth Startups 25:30

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the world of early-stage startups and the challenges they face in bringing their products to market. We'll discuss the importance of speed, customer-centricity, and rapid iteration. Join us as we explore the evolution of Bonanza, a design and strategy studio that has expanded its offerings to includ…

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Shorts: Why Ideas Die 5:53

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Send us a text Why do ideas get to die? In this episode, we'll get to discuss the common challenges that hinder innovation, including overanalysis, poor market alignment, constant changes in project ownership, and lack of cohesive teamwork. It highlights how these issues delay product launches and create inefficiencies in turning ideas into scalabl…

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Shorts: The €20k Loss That Saved Our Integrity 2:53

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Send us a text Ever lost a major project because you refused to compromise on your principles? That happened to us today—a €20k opportunity gone, simply because we wouldn’t share our clients’ work without permission. In this episode, we dive into why we stand firm on this and why it's critical for us as service providers to protect our clients' int…

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Shorts: MVP Sprint: A Blueprint For Agile Product Delivery 17:36

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Send us a text In this episode our host Behrad Mirafshar dives into the essentials of launching a successful MVP Design Sprint, breaking down each crucial step for aspiring entrepreneurs and product teams. Behrad kicks off the discussion by introducing the MVP Sprint Service, emphasizing how it accelerates the process of bringing an idea to life. H…

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Shorts: Overhauling Product Strategy: Turning a $20k Ad Spend into Real Results 8:27

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Send us a text Join us for a short, insightful episode where our CEO and host, Behrad Mirafshar, dives into a compelling client success story. One of our clients was burning through $20k monthly on paid ads, only to face a staggering customer acquisition cost (CAC) of $50—far above the industry average of $1 to $3. Behrad will walk you through the …

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Shorts: 4 UX Tactics that Make of Break Your SaaS App 10:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Bonanza Growth Shorts, host Behrad Mirafshar delves into the crucial UX tactics that can make or break your SaaS app. Behrad highlights the importance of UX in differentiating your product in a competitive market and ensuring user retention. Learn about four key strategies: maintaining message consistency across al…

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Shorts: Build Your Moat, Outsource the Rest 6:45

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Send us a text In the latest episode of Bonanza Growth Shorts, host Behrad Mirafshar explores the potential of OpenAI and how its growth will impact early stage startups. OpenAI is faster and more efficient than many businesses out there, so you work will begin where OpenAI's research ends. Tune in to learn how to stay ahead of OpenAI's innovation …

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Shorts: Community-Led Business Development 11:01

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Send us a text In this insightful episode of Bonanza Growth Shorts, host Behrad Mirafshar delves into the power of community in fostering business growth. Behrad highlights how engaging with a supportive community can be a game-changer for businesses. He explores various strategies for leveraging community resources and shares real-life examples an…

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Ep. 77 MVP Traction: Design For Aha Momements with Javier Rincon 53:43

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Send us a text Get ready to supercharge your growth mindset with Bonanza Growth, the ultimate podcast for innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. Hosted by Behrad Mirafshar, the founder and CEO of Bonanza Studios, each episode brings you face-to-face with world-class experts who share their insider knowledge and game-changing strategies. T…

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Ep. 76 The Future of AI-Native Apps with Jack Lancaster 51:52

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Send us a text Dive into the dynamic world of AI innovation with our latest episode of Bonanza Growth! Hosted by Behrad Mirafshar, founder and CEO of Bonanza Studios, this week's special guest is none other than Jack Lancaster, the CPO and co-founder of Spoke.ai. Jack Lancaster, an industry titan with a passion for cutting-edge technology, takes us…

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Ep. 75 The Art of Website Optimization with Sahil Patel 1:03:31

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Send us a text In this riveting episode of Bonanza Growth, host Behrad Mirafshar sits down with Sahil Patel, the CEO of Spiralyze, to delve deep into the intricacies of website optimization. Drawing from Sahil's extensive experience of analyzing over 78,000 landing pages, the duo explores the transformative power of data-driven A/B testing in craft…

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Ep. 74 True Bromance: Story of Founding SaaSiest with Thomas Sjöberg and Daniel Nackovsk 53:16

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Send us a text Step back into the captivating world of community building and business growth with Behrad Mirafshar as he hosts another riveting episode of Bonanza Growth on LinkedIn Live. Joining him are the dynamic duo of Thomas Sjöberg and Daniel Nackovski, co-founders of SaaSiest, as they unravel their remarkable journey from humble beginnings …

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Shorts: The Impact of Scarcity 7:20

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Send us a text In this episode of Bonanza Growth Shorts, Behrad Mirafshar explores the concept of scarcity in UX design and psychology. Behrad highlights how scarcity sparks desire and action, citing examples like Bitcoin and limited sneaker releases by Adidas. He emphasizes the effectiveness of scarcity in driving engagement across various domains…

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Shorts: The Power of Product Focus 5:11

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Send us a text In the latest Bonanza Growth Shorts episode, Behrad Mirafshar reveals the primary reason behind the failure of nine out of ten startups: a lack of product focus. Behrad emphasizes the importance of honing in on one product capability rather than spreading resources thin across multiple features. Drawing on examples from successful bu…

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Shorts: Scaling Startups: Ditch Your Initial Ideas Fast! 6:39

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Send us a text Bonanza Growth Shorts returns! Join Behrad Mirafshar, head of Bonanza Studios, in this insightful episode as he shares the journey of developing a new AI native app. With 20 prototypes in just 21 days, the Bonanza team faced challenges deciphering user feedback and clarifying the app's purpose. Through rigorous testing and a commitme…

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Ep. 73 Exploring the No-Code Movement with Rolf Mistelbacher 40:38

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Send us a text Welcome back to Bonanza Growth, the podcast where host Behrad Mirafshar invites thought leaders to explore the latest trends and innovations in the digital landscape. In this episode, Behrad sits down with Rolf Mistelbacher to delve into the fascinating world of Generative AI and the no-code movement. Rolf, a seasoned marketer with a…

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Shorts: Great Products Fit Into One Category 13:58

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Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Bonanza Growth Shorts! Join Behrad Mirafshar, CEO and Founder of Bonanza Studios, on a riveting journey into the heart of product focus. Drawing from his wealth of experience and expertise, Behrad delves deep into the strategic importance of understanding your product's category, competitors, and ma…

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Ep. 72 Scaling: A Crash Course for Early Stage Founders with Enzo Avigo 54:32

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Send us a text Welcome back to Bonanza Growth, your weekly rendezvous with the titans of entrepreneurship! Join your host Behrad Mirafshar as he embarks on an electrifying journey with a diverse array of industry experts, unpacking the secrets to their success and uncovering the hidden gems of their entrepreneurial odysseys. In this episode, we're …

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Ep. 71 Human-Centered Design with Fabrice Pöhlmann 55:46

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Send us a text Welcome to Bonanza Growth’s first ever LinkedIn live recording! The podcast where industry experts share insights and strategies for personal and professional growth is moving to LinkedIn - be sure to follow host Behrad Mirafshar to catch the next episode recording. In this episode, Behrad sits down with Fabrice Pöhlmann, a renowned …

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Ep. 70 Scale Your Marketing Through Thought Leadership With Finn Thormeier 35:23

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Send us a text Bonanza Growth is BACK with our first full length episode of 2024! Join your host Behrad Mirafshar, founder and CEO of Bonanza Studios, as he dives deep into the minds of remarkable experts shaping the business landscape. In this special 70th episode, we bring back an audience favourite, Finn Thormeier, the dynamic force behind Proje…

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Shorts: Never a Better Time Than Now To Hire Your Internal Team 5:16

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Send us a text In this episode of Bonanza Shorts, Behrad, the voice behind the scenes at Bonanza Studios, underscores the opportune moment to build your internal team. Running a growth studio, Behrad advocates for a lean and effective core team over a large one, especially in today's landscape of advanced AI tools. Behrad emphasizes that with the m…

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Shorts: Four Key Lessons I Picked Up From Early-Stage Start-Ups 12:00

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Send us a text Join Behrad Mirafshar, CEO of Bonanza Studios, in this episode of Bonanza Growth Shorts, as he distills four essential lessons from working with over 50 early-stage startups. Behrad begins by emphasizing the critical need to "niche down to scale up." Using a client example, he illustrates the gap between founders' awareness and effec…

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Shorts: Hard Truths: Why Your B2B Business Isn't Growing 12:25

1+ y ago12:25

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Send us a text Welcome to another eye-opening episode of Bonanza Growth Shorts! Behrad is back with another short but impactful discussion on the challenges faced by early-stage startups striving to grow their B2B businesses. In this episode, Behrad dives into the hard truths about why some B2B startups struggle to thrive. Drawing from his direct e…

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Shorts: People Buy From People 17:51

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Send us a text Welcome to another insightful episode of Bonanza Growth Shorts! In this mini-episode, Behrad Mirafshar delves deep into the psychology of sales, focusing on a crucial aspect of B2B SaaS growth—the concept that "people buy from people." Join Behrad as he explores the gap between understanding this idea and successfully executing it, p…